$A$ ladder is resting against a wall at an angle of $30^\circ$ with the wall. $A$ man is ascending the ladder at the rate of $3 \, ft/sec$. His rate of approaching the wall is:

  • A
    $3 \, ft/sec$
  • B
    $\frac{3}{2} \, ft/sec$
  • C
    $\frac{3}{4} \, ft/sec$
  • D
    $\frac{3}{\sqrt{2}} \, ft/sec$

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